The Bacon Cheddar Recipe
charbroiled on a toasted bun with bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle & onion
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Burger Patties
In a bowl, mix the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form into two equal-sized patties.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess fat.
- 3
Charbroil the Patties
In the same skillet or on a grill, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness.
- 4
Add Cheese
Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- 5
Toast the Buns
While the cheese is melting, toast the burger buns in a separate pan until golden brown.
- 6
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of each bun, layer the lettuce, the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, bacon, tomato, pickles, and onion. Top with the other half of the bun.
